Source: Jacob Passy | Realtor.com The numbers: Home prices rocketed at a fast pace yet again in November, according to two separate indices released Tuesday, making it increasingly more difficult for buyers to navigate the housing market as many states began reopening businesses from shutdowns related to the coronavirus pandemic. Recent data suggest price appreciation should gain steam in the latter half of the year. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller 20-city price index posted a 9.1% year-over-year … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas
November 25, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Maryn Liles via PARADE Aside from planning the big meal, decorating your Thanksgiving table for dinner is half the fun of hostessing. After all, don’t you want your table to look just as good as the food you cooked in your Instagram pics? By adding just a small detail or two here and there, you can instantly elevate your Thanksgiving table decor and take it from looking good to looking great. Who wouldn’t be #grateful for that! No matter what your decorating style or budget is, … [Read more...]
33 Showstopping Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes
November 9, 2020 by
www.foodandwine.com |October 22, 2020 Turkey is often the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving table, so you want to have an impressive recipe in your back pocket. Luckily, we have plenty of different variations you can try. Clementine-and-Garlic Roast Turkey; Dry-Brined Spatchcocked Turkey; Vinegar-Brined Roast Turkey; Chipotle Mayonnaise-Roasted Turkey (trust us, slathering your turkey with flavored mayonnaise over and under the skin is the move). Want to try smoked turkey? We’ve got recipes for that, too. … [Read more...]
Halloween Isn’t Canceled! Here’s How To Celebrate the Holiday!
October 19, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Lauren Sieben | Realtor.com In a year full of canceled vacations, socially distant celebrations, and postponed events, we’re all desperate to hold on to any festivity and sense of normalcy we can get our hands on—including Halloween. The tradition of going door to door for candy or inching your way through a haunted house is a sketchy proposition in a pandemic world. But if the idea of sacrificing Halloween altogether this year is just too spooky to endure, we talked with health experts about ways … [Read more...]
6 Home Trends That Have Emerged Due to COVID, According to a Top Designer
October 8, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Monique Valeris | MSN Lifestyle Contributor It's safe to say that the coronavirous pandemic has impacted just about every industry, including the home space, to some extent. With many being forced to work from home, more and more people have shifted their focus towards nesting. Scroll through Instagram, for instance, and you'll find hosts of images featuring decorating projects — refreshed home offices are just one example — proud organizing moments, unique craft ideas, and many other creative projects … [Read more...]
How the Federal Reserve affects ARMs, HELOCs and home equity loans
September 14, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Jeff Ostrowski | MSN.com | September 14, 2020 The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions influence the rates you pay for home equity loans, HELOCs and adjustable-rate mortgages. While the central bank has signaled that low rates are here to stay, if you have a loan with a variable rate, you should understand the stakes. The Fed is responsible for setting the federal funds rate, the interest rate banks charge each other for overnight loans to meet reserve requirements. Home equity loans and … [Read more...]
The Overlooked Element That Makes a Room “Just Look Right”
August 31, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Hadley Keller | House Beautiful | August 31, 2020 You know when you see something that just looks right, but you can’t put your finger on why? Chances are it has to do with its scale—and more often than not proportions influenced by classical architecture, says Alexa Hampton, who built a foundational knowledge of such buildings while traveling with her father, the legendary American decorator Mark Hampton. But this concept isn’t just something from the history books: It’s built around … [Read more...]
Fall Homebuying Outlook: Everything You Need to Know About Prices, Supply and Mortgage Rates
August 14, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Daniel Bortz | MSN Money | August 14, 2020 With spring homebuying season disrupted by the coronavirus, would-be house hunters may be wondering if this fall will be a good time to buy. The housing market is typically slow after August, as kids settle in for the school year and the weather starts to cool in much of the country. But, this year, the answer to that question—like so many posed since the start of the pandemic—is maybe, it depends. To help you make the best decision for you, we’ve … [Read more...]
Mortgage rates crush it again, plunge to a new all-time low
August 6, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Jeff Ostrowski for Bankrate via MSN.com Mortgage rates just keep sliding lower, hitting yet another new record low this week. The benchmark 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell 8 basis points to 3.22 percent, according to Bankrate’s weekly survey of large lenders. That’s the lowest rate ever in more than three decades the survey has been conducted. Some expert rate watchers see still lower mortgage rates ahead. “Rates should head lower as the 10-year Treasury now struggles to maintain a yield above 0.5 … [Read more...]
7 Design Details to Consider When Planning Your Master Bathroom
June 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Source: Dominic Bagnato | via www.Houzz.com Are you planning to build a master bathroom or upgrade the one you have? The last thing you’ll want is to blow the budget or end up with a design that’s a far cry from the one you envisioned. Once you and your designer have worked out the best way to use your available space, it’s time to work on the details that make it functional and beautiful — while keeping an eye on costs. 1. Consider Using the Same Color Tiles for the Floor and Walls Choosing the same … [Read more...]
